I signed up on Piano Marvel because of you... After a month, I was able to play 3 beautiful pieces... I was so surprised to learn and improve so so so fast ... Thank you soooo much!
I enjoy your video. I started learning piano in June 2017 by myself and I have been using Piano Marvel since September 2017. I love it! They teach music from the basic to intermediate level and their music library, is very good for those like me who like classical music and they have music sheet up to advance levels. They also have some pop music but not as many as I would like. I watch your video because I am looking for a new app to use when I have finished my learning with Piano Marvel, especially an app with more pop music. I also like your enthusiasm..
Awesome video describing all the apps. I learned alot about each one. You have a great way of describing everything!!! I will say, im an avid Playground Sessions Player, I highly recommend beginners try out the boot camp. I went from zero to intermediate quickly!!! Thank you for this video Christine. I will check out the other apps now.
Excellent review. I may try Tomplay. Flowkey was not so great and playground sessions was good until I realized their arrangements were very mechanical.
Some songs are complete on flowkey but like you mentioned a lot of them are abbreviated. But you can just figure out when to repeat the verses and the chorus. The problem might be the bridge of the song if they don’t include that.
it's also important to note that piano marvel has the ability to upload songs. They have a lot of songs but it appears they don't pay for too many royalties as others. E. g no ludovico Einaudi famous pieces. Flow Key is by far the best library I have seen and their arrangements are excellent without all the sometimes questionable backing music others add. Also flowkey music is not strictly to a metronome tempo so adds an extra level of professionalism in their as intended by the original composer. Their songs are all played by actual pianists rather then a computerised generation like others. However it's very poor and dated teaching app and no feedback on how well you played
Simply Piano has another library is a part of the app called Play (in Beta mode). It has some of the Tomplay function, i.e. scrolling sheet music, but has an option for training and feedback. But no printing or annotation. There are a lot of songs in various genres, different from the songs in the courses. Maybe it’s just in the paid version of the app?
@@airigone1257 it has a huge song library that unlocks once you get pass Essentials 3. However this song library called Play Beta is only available on IPad.
These apps are built to teach you how to read it, its an extremely valuable skill. If you learn the names of the chords and what they look like you’ll be able to read lead sheet symbols like you want
Great point! Unfortunately I don't have access to it anymore and I don't think all users get it, so I'll have to wait until it comes out of beta to talk more about it
I use playground sessions on the pc desktop app....way easier. Also, if you print any songs it is limited, so make sure you print to a PDFs file and that way you can print multiple times if you're like me and scribble notes on everything lol
Is it possible in any of these apps to change from english music encryption (A,B,C,D,E,F,G) to spanish/italian music encryption (Do,Re,Mi,Fa,Sol,La,Si)?
Thank you Christine, extremely interesting comparison! I have one question, when I plug my device in to my digital piano it changes the sound from the normal ‘grand piano’ sound to a rather annoying mix of grand piano and a twangy, tinny sound mixed in! Anyone else have that problem? Or know how to fix it? Any tips appreciated! Ps. I use SimplyPiano
There is a Simply Piano Facebook group which you can join and they will answer any questions. I think it might be to turn down the sound volume WITHIN THE APP but I couldn't swear to it. That would be in settings.
As MsRiverdee says, most of these apps have setting in the app for the piano sound. You can usually turn it off so it doesn't come out through the app. That's what I do as well.
I found the Simply Piano app was wonderful. It works really well for beginners. However as mentioned in this video, the amount of songs mightn’t be as large as other apps. Personally though, once you learn how to play you can always look up the piano sheets online and play it that way.
Just discovered your channel and subscribed! I just recently bought a keyboard and starting to learn to play but am overwhelmed with all the online apps/tools to learn. Your videos have helped me tremendously to decide. One question I have about Playground Sessions (which I am seriously looking at) is there a feature where the music sheet shows the chord note written out (e.g. letter ‘G’ on top of the notes) or is it somethng you’d have to annotate yourself? Thanks in advance for the response...anyone out there who knows the answer I would appreciate knowing!
So piano marvel has nothing to show me regarding position of fingers? I should start with something else and then maybe move on to this once I'm more experienced?
Hi there. Question. Does your Donner piano’s upper octave of keys have the ability to sustain the notes? On my new Donner piano, starting with the G two octaves above middle G and all the way up from there, it won’t sustain. With or with out the pedal. The keys before those sustain normally for many seconds with the pedal or just holding the note. I talked to Donner about this and they said it’s normal. Is it normal for you piano? Your reply is eagerly awaited. Thank you.
Anyone know if any of these programs have the song "Two beds and a coffe machine" by Savage Garden? I also whis the programs could load guitar pro files, as guitar pro can be used to show piano as well, not just guitar.
you can make a wireless connection with ipad through midi . works just as well as a cable with the difference that you can charge the ipad while playing over midi
This is quite difficult to do PC, requiring extra software and equipment; however, it is much more straightforward on a Mac. Is that what you are using?
@@afmfintech That's why I was talking about an ipad :P . i always make a wireless midi connection with my mac or ipad. The midi connector you need costs 30 euro.
The USB MIDI adaptor is better if you get the one that enables simultaneous use of the charger. Your ipad power will get sucked down quickly and if you play long like i do, you dont run out of power. 😊
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Hi, for a pianist just at an intermediate level, which of the 8 applications takes you to the most advanced level possible (with exercises to do it)? Thank you very much
Do you happen to have an affiliate link for Simply Piano? If not, do you have another UA-camr you like who does and whom you can direct me to? Thanks, Christine!
I don't think simply piano does affiliate links. I had a relationship with them at one point where they gave me free access but we never discussed affiliate links. Sorry! 😳
@@christineesc No worries! I appreciate the response. I’m a new subscriber to your channel and will be referencing it frequently as I start to learn the piano myself. Keep up the good work! And Happy New Year!
Tomplay app should be avoided. Tomplay NEVER refund money if dissatisfied or if they take a wrongful renewal subscription. The app does not permit management of subscriptions. Not able to turn OFF the default Auto-Renewal that is selected to ON. Tomplay save your payment details and debit without notice. Tomplay only inform you of payment once it hits been wrongfully taken. ALL existing users should contact Tomplay to turn OFF Auto -Renewal. Anyone considering Tomplay should look for alternative apps.
All of them teach people to play like parrots.. Without explaining anything.. Just put your fingers and copy. without understanding what you are doing.. .. To me, this is not the way to teach and learn music or piano.
I couldn’t disagree more. These apps teach multiple very valuable skills like reading sheet music, slowing down the tempo for practice, and being able to recover and continue even when you mess up. I’m a music student in college and I seriously have peers who either can’t or don’t want to understand the value of these things
I gave all him reveiw thumb down as no time does he be explain weather it will work or not, instedd need expensive equipment he doesn't be warning you if thatt in all reveiw he does 😟😰😩😰😰😩😩😩😩😩😧😦😧😧😧😦😧😳😵😶😵😳
You are a huge asset to the community. Thank you Christine.
I signed up on Piano Marvel because of you... After a month, I was able to play 3 beautiful pieces... I was so surprised to learn and improve so so so fast ... Thank you soooo much!
She's inspiring! Keep doing it! Best of luck to you!
I enjoy your video. I started learning piano in June 2017 by myself and I have been using Piano Marvel since September 2017. I love it! They teach music from the basic to intermediate level and their music library, is very good for those like me who like classical music and they have music sheet up to advance levels. They also have some pop music but not as many as I would like. I watch your video because I am looking for a new app to use when I have finished my learning with Piano Marvel, especially an app with more pop music. I also like your enthusiasm..
really nice and beautiful video christine . loved it. No boring at all😁❤️🥰amazing voice
Great Review, Christine! You always do such a great job of breaking down each of the app's pros and cons. This is a hugely valuable review.
Awesome video describing all the apps. I learned alot about each one. You have a great way of describing everything!!! I will say, im an avid Playground Sessions Player, I highly recommend beginners try out the boot camp. I went from zero to intermediate quickly!!! Thank you for this video Christine. I will check out the other apps now.
Thank you. This is the primer information that I need. 60YO - who has not played for 44 years,
Great video Christine. It is nice to have a summary of the different options available.
Awesome video. Loved that you tried each one out for a more in-depth look into each app.
Thanks..very helpful as I am a complete newbie!
VERY useful thanks you just saved me a ton of time!
Excellent review. I may try Tomplay. Flowkey was not so great and playground sessions was good until I realized their arrangements were very mechanical.
Thanks for the review. Any of these or other apps support the Pedal or has songs and feedback with pedal? major untapped important feature.
Some songs are complete on flowkey but like you mentioned a lot of them are abbreviated. But you can just figure out when to repeat the verses and the chorus. The problem might be the bridge of the song if they don’t include that.
piano marvel has large library of disney music too which i think is a bonus whoever loves disney musical songs...
A kingdom of isolation… and it looks like.. I’m the queen
it's also important to note that piano marvel has the ability to upload songs. They have a lot of songs but it appears they don't pay for too many royalties as others. E. g no ludovico Einaudi famous pieces. Flow Key is by far the best library I have seen and their arrangements are excellent without all the sometimes questionable backing music others add. Also flowkey music is not strictly to a metronome tempo so adds an extra level of professionalism in their as intended by the original composer. Their songs are all played by actual pianists rather then a computerised generation like others.
However it's very poor and dated teaching app and no feedback on how well you played
Simply Piano has another library is a part of the app called Play (in Beta mode). It has some of the Tomplay function, i.e. scrolling sheet music, but has an option for training and feedback. But no printing or annotation. There are a lot of songs in various genres, different from the songs in the courses. Maybe it’s just in the paid version of the app?
I bought 6 month subscription to simply piano a few days ago. I thought it had a huge library.. I was mistaken and disappointed.
@@airigone1257 it has a huge song library that unlocks once you get pass Essentials 3. However this song library called Play Beta is only available on IPad.
@@just-nadia-and-keys cool! I'm nearly finished with essential 2
Yes, I used to have access to Play Beta but my subscription has since lapsed. Once it comes out of beta I can hopefully revisit it
Very helpful Christine :)
any app that allow you to transpose lessons to the key you want ?
simple by clear review, nice.
thank you soooooo much!!!🎉
Very Nice!
Hi hope your doing well just wanted to ask does SimplyPiano teach you how to play all the notes on the piano or just some of the octaves.
Thanks Christine
What is the best software for studying the chord symbols for most popular songs? I don't read sheet
These apps are built to teach you how to read it, its an extremely valuable skill. If you learn the names of the chords and what they look like you’ll be able to read lead sheet symbols like you want
Thanks a lot, very useful and very nice your performer, scuse my English
And what about Play Beta feature in Simply Piano?
Great point! Unfortunately I don't have access to it anymore and I don't think all users get it, so I'll have to wait until it comes out of beta to talk more about it
It's only available in IPad / Mac etc
Hi Christine, thank you for your review. Can you please tell me if any of the app's libraries have Giovanni Marradi?
I use playground sessions on the pc desktop app....way easier. Also, if you print any songs it is limited, so make sure you print to a PDFs file and that way you can print multiple times if you're like me and scribble notes on everything lol
Is it possible in any of these apps to change from english music encryption (A,B,C,D,E,F,G) to spanish/italian music encryption (Do,Re,Mi,Fa,Sol,La,Si)?
Simply piano also has play beta. After you unlock essential 2 or 3 you get it and it’s sheet music with teach and listen feedback. It’s great.
Hi these music sheet are orignal songs by composers or arranged by other artist
Thank you Christine, extremely interesting comparison!
I have one question, when I plug my device in to my digital piano it changes the sound from the normal ‘grand piano’ sound to a rather annoying mix of grand piano and a twangy, tinny sound mixed in! Anyone else have that problem? Or know how to fix it? Any tips appreciated!
Ps. I use SimplyPiano
There is a Simply Piano Facebook group which you can join and they will answer any questions. I think it might be to turn down the sound volume WITHIN THE APP but I couldn't swear to it. That would be in settings.
I have the same problem with Piano Marvel. But when I disconnect my midi connection, my piano sound great again.
As MsRiverdee says, most of these apps have setting in the app for the piano sound. You can usually turn it off so it doesn't come out through the app. That's what I do as well.
@@christineesc Thanks so much. I have done as you said and it solved the problem.
Yes, thank you it did indeed fix the problem!
Love it
Anyone knows a best app to learn sight reading from scratch?
I found the Simply Piano app was wonderful. It works really well for beginners. However as mentioned in this video, the amount of songs mightn’t be as large as other apps. Personally though, once you learn how to play you can always look up the piano sheets online and play it that way.
Just discovered your channel and subscribed! I just recently bought a keyboard and starting to learn to play but am overwhelmed with all the online apps/tools to learn. Your videos have helped me tremendously to decide. One question I have about Playground Sessions (which I am seriously looking at) is there a feature where the music sheet shows the chord note written out (e.g. letter ‘G’ on top of the notes) or is it somethng you’d have to annotate yourself? Thanks in advance for the response...anyone out there who knows the answer I would appreciate knowing!
Playground can turn on chord notes in the settings. Excellent program. As is Piano marvel because they support adding songs.
So piano marvel has nothing to show me regarding position of fingers? I should start with something else and then maybe move on to this once I'm more experienced?
Hi there. Question. Does your Donner piano’s upper octave of keys have the ability to sustain the notes? On my new Donner piano, starting with the G two octaves above middle G and all the way up from there, it won’t sustain. With or with out the pedal. The keys before those sustain normally for many seconds with the pedal or just holding the note. I talked to Donner about this and they said it’s normal. Is it normal for you piano? Your reply is eagerly awaited. Thank you.
Anyone know if any of these programs have the song "Two beds and a coffe machine" by Savage Garden?
I also whis the programs could load guitar pro files, as guitar pro can be used to show piano as well, not just guitar.
you can make a wireless connection with ipad through midi .
works just as well as a cable with the difference that you can charge the ipad while playing over midi
This is quite difficult to do PC, requiring extra software and equipment; however, it is much more straightforward on a Mac. Is that what you are using?
@@afmfintech That's why I was talking about an ipad :P . i always make a wireless midi connection with my mac or ipad. The midi connector you need costs 30 euro.
@@gisquiere1 this is very difficult to do with a shovel. It’s also difficult to connect a tractor or other farming equipment. Are you using a sock?
@@badmilk1735 no idea where those comments are going
@@gisquiere1 my bad lol I was more making fun of the other guy who completely ignored your recommendation with the iPad then talks about PC etc
which app has the most Hans Zimmer Arrangements ?
Great video 👍👍👍👍👍
Do you still recommend Flowkey as the best?
The USB MIDI adaptor is better if you get the one that enables simultaneous use of the charger. Your ipad power will get sucked down quickly and if you play long like i do, you dont run out of power. 😊
What’s the most complete App in your opinion?
Time for an update 3 years later?
Nice to see the EU anthem played that often by an American :)
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I don’t think they do refund stuff
Hi, for a pianist just at an intermediate level, which of the 8 applications takes you to the most advanced level possible (with exercises to do it)? Thank you very much
Piano marvel I think
I definitely like the look of Piano Marvel. I don't think I would enjoy game-type learning and definitely don't have any interest in pop music.
The cable is usb to usb A . The port calls usb A
Usb type B (printed side) to usb type A (Adapter side)
Piano Marvel has a huge library, but one fault I find is you cannot listen to the song before learning.
i got a yousician ad. 😂😂😂
Do you happen to have an affiliate link for Simply Piano? If not, do you have another UA-camr you like who does and whom you can direct me to? Thanks, Christine!
I don't think simply piano does affiliate links. I had a relationship with them at one point where they gave me free access but we never discussed affiliate links. Sorry! 😳
@@christineesc No worries! I appreciate the response. I’m a new subscriber to your channel and will be referencing it frequently as I start to learn the piano myself. Keep up the good work! And Happy New Year!
Probably what you're trying to think of is USB-a to USB-c but I would have to see it to know for sure.
I use Pianote. Real teachers and a ton of resources. Way better than what I see in all the apps that teach piano.
*me whos broke and cant afford a teacher*
Pianote is tedious. I want ot learn piano, not listen to TED talks from some literally whos
Synthesia FTW
USB type B don't make the mistake I did and assume USB is universal!
Tomplay app should be avoided. Tomplay NEVER refund money if dissatisfied or if they take a wrongful renewal subscription. The app does not permit management of subscriptions. Not able to turn OFF the default Auto-Renewal that is selected to ON. Tomplay save your payment details and debit without notice. Tomplay only inform you of payment once it hits been wrongfully taken. ALL existing users should contact Tomplay to turn OFF Auto -Renewal. Anyone considering Tomplay should look for alternative apps.
I wish she would have given her 1/2/3 choices....and why.
rip bias
i just want to play bach arcade style. and the real song not some made up
All of them teach people to play like parrots.. Without explaining anything.. Just put your fingers and copy. without understanding what you are doing.. .. To me, this is not the way to teach and learn music or piano.
I couldn’t disagree more. These apps teach multiple very valuable skills like reading sheet music, slowing down the tempo for practice, and being able to recover and continue even when you mess up. I’m a music student in college and I seriously have peers who either can’t or don’t want to understand the value of these things
I gave all him reveiw thumb down as no time does he be explain weather it will work or not, instedd need expensive equipment he doesn't be warning you if thatt in all reveiw he does
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You drunk?
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